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mpower emergency illuminator: the flashlight with a backup plan

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Unveiled at CES 2010, mPower Technologies‘ Emergency Illuminator is a powerhouse of a flashlight. It contains two rechargeable and replaceable CR123 batteries  for normal use. But it also has a reserve battery, which can hold its full capacity for up to 20 years.

The Emergency Illuminator’s LED blasts out 180 lumens of light. The…


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March 4th, 2010 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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stanley flashlight watch is overkill for most wrists

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This watch from Stanley has something special that most watches don’t. Nope, it’s not a built-in GPS, digital camera or a mobile phone, but a built-in flashlight!

If I was thinking about a watch I wanted to get, I guess that the last thing that would cross my mind would be a watch that…


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December 31st, 2009 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: range

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make your own bat signal

Picture this – you’re being held hostage by an evil, bad-makeup-wearin’ supervillian, but you’re 25 miles away from Gotham City. Normally, you’d be screwed, right? But just then, you reach into your backpack and whip out your own portable Bat Signal, hailing the Dark Knight from across town. He swoops in, beats the living…


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December 19th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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maratac aaa flashlight: heavy on the light, light on the heavy

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Although County Comm’s website leaves a lot to be desired, their flashlights are no-nonsense, functional gadgets. Take the Maratac AAA flashlights for example. It’s made of aircraft-grade aluminum and its lens has been treated with an anti-reflective coating. Touted as the world’s smallest AAA flashlight, the Maratac AAA measures a mere 2.7-inches and weighs…


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December 16th, 2009 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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flashlight pendant lamps prove that porcelain can make anything look sophisticated

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Even if you were asked to name a hundred beautiful objects, would you include flashlights in your list? Of course not. But what if the flashlights were made of porcelain?


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November 8th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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glowing zelda belt buckle lights the way

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When I think Legend of Zelda, I think glowing belt buckles. Okay, no, actually I think of Link holding things over his head, but there’s nothing that says you couldn’t hold this modded belt buckle (belt! buckle! mod!) over your head. In fact, if it was mine? That’s exactly what I’d do.

At this…


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October 22nd, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

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darth vader lightsaber flashlight: let the dark side light your path

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The Darth Vader lightsaber flashlight is equipped with 4 LED lights and has various authentic sound effects.

I guess that’s all a lightsaber can do in the hands of mere mortals. I’m also wondering if the red light is any good for illumination, or for adding a sense of dread on dark nights. This…


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July 22nd, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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lavod bike speaker plays mp3s from your handlebars

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This handy gadget adds a complete digital sound system on the handlebars of your bicycle.

The Lavod Bikeman LFB-615 clips onto a sturdy mount on your bike, and lets you play your favorite digital tunes through its built in amp and directional speaker. Designed specifically for bike riders, the tubular sound system directs music…


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June 11th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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lexon jet led flashlights put some style in your pocket

It takes a lot for me to get excited about a flashlight. Sure, I suppose if you make one that can set things on fire, I might write about it, but most of the time, there just isn’t much to say. When I came across these modern pocket lights from Lexon, it was their…


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November 3rd, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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torch flashlight so hot you could fry an egg on it

Torch Flashlight by Wicked Lasers

How many times have you pulled the flashlight out of your utility drawer only to find out it can barely light up 2 feet in front of your face? This insanely bright flashlight certainly doesn’t have that problem.

As a matter of fact, the Torch flashlight is so intense that it generates sufficient heat…


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August 8th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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solar powered digital survivor kit saves (phone) lives

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Ahhhhh, the great outdoors. Just you and the sunshine, nature, fresh air, and… all your electronic gear? Well, it is truly possible to have it all with this solar powered digital survival kit. It comes with a 3800mAh rechargeable solar battery to keep your phone (or other preferred device) running and 12 different adapters…


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February 25th, 2008 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: thescholar

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9-volt flashlight: a simple, bright idea

Kikkerland 9-Volt LED Flashlight

This tiny flashlight is about as minimal as it gets. Just snap the little LED light unit onto the top of any 9-volt battery, and voilĂ , you have a fully functional source of illumination.

The compact light includes a trio of super-bright LEDs, which should be plenty for helping you find your keys in…


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September 19th, 2007 comments (4) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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